Jobs in Chantilly, VA

About the role

To support this mission, we are seeking a Senior Software Systems Engineer who will serve as a recognized authority within the company. In this high-impact role, you will tackle unusually complex technical problems that require highly innovative solutions. You will be responsible for determining and pursuing the courses of action necessary to achieve critical mission results, bridging the gap between multidisciplinary research and the deployment of advanced software systems that define the future of government technology.

What you'll bring

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with 10+ years of experience OR a Master’s degree with 8+ years of experience.
• Proven experience as a recognized authority in software systems engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to solve unusually complex technical problems with highly innovative solutions.
• Extensive experience with the full SDLC, including research, design, development, and debugging of mathematical systems.
• Deep expertise in low-level systems programming, including compilers, assemblers, or operating system internals.
• We encourage all candidates who meet the basic requirements to apply, even if you do not have any of the following experience:
• Experience with GitLab for version control and Jira for project management.
• Familiarity with distributed data processing frameworks like Spark or DataBricks.
• Knowledge of modern cloud architectures and containerization technologies.
• Experience leading or mentoring other senior engineers on complex technical initiatives.
• Prior experience supporting high-stakes government or DoD technology programs.